Which Stressor Would Be Considered an External Stressor

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which stressor would be considered an external stressor?

• A) Excessive shift work
• B) Negative police-citizen interactions
• C) Exposure to death
• D) Substance abuse

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Definitions:

Vicarious Reinforcement

The learning process where individuals modify their behavior based on observing the consequences of actions performed by others, reinforcing or discouraging certain behaviors without direct experience.

Discrepancy

A difference or inconsistency between two or more facts, figures, perspectives, or statements.

Goal Attainment

The successful achievement or reaching of predetermined objectives or targets.

Goal Setting

The method of pinpointing objectives that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and have a clear timeframe.